Frequently asked questions

A clear answer to the questions we are asked most often: about injection moulding, moulds, quality and delivery from Pelt.

Frequently asked questions

A clear answer to your questions

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General

What does Plascobel do?

Since 1959, Plascobel has been injection moulding custom plastic parts in Pelt for industry and the packaging sector. We also take care of decoration (in-mould labelling, laser coding) and assembly. Plascobel is part of Euronyl Plastics Group.

How many sites does the group have?

The group has ten sites in Belgium, the Netherlands, France, Poland and Tunisia, with its headquarters in Nazareth. Together they operate nearly 400 injection moulding machines.

Does Plascobel also offer standard products?

Yes. Besides custom injection moulding, we offer a range of own products through Euronyl Plastics Group, such as 32 and 46-litre folding crates (with up to six in-mould labels), storage boxes, industrial crates, tube end caps and Securipack containers. Get in touch to discuss the options.

Technology

What exactly is injection moulding?

Injection moulding is a production technique in which molten plastic is injected into a mould under high pressure. Once the material has cooled, we are left with an exact part in the desired shape. That makes the technique ideal for large runs with high dimensional accuracy. Read more about our technology.

What is the minimum and maximum part weight you can mould?

We mould parts from 2 grams to 9 kilograms (PP), on 27 machines from 120 to 2300 tonnes clamping force.

Which injection moulding techniques does Plascobel offer?

Standard injection moulding, 2K moulding, in-mould labelling, insert moulding and laser coding. We also weld and assemble inline or by hand. For other techniques, we can call on the Euronyl Plastics Group sites.

Can Plascobel help design my part?

Yes. We have experience in developing moulds, packaging and assembly systems. From the first sketch, we think along about material choice, wall thickness, manufacturability and optimisations that lower the cost per part.

Who owns the mould, you or me?

You do. If we build the mould for you, we invoice it once and from then on it is your property. Already have a mould? We run it on our machines and keep it safe in our mould vault in Pelt.

Production & quality

Do you also produce in a cleanroom?

Not in Pelt. Within Euronyl Plastics Group, Euronyl MFC produces in an ISO class 7 cleanroom (class 10,000), certified to ISO 13485 and HACCP. If your project needs it, we’ll gladly put you in touch with them.

Which certifications does Plascobel hold?

Plascobel is certified to ISO 9001 (quality) and ISO 14001 (environment). You can request a copy of a certificate via info@plascobel.eu.

Can you also decorate and assemble parts?

Yes. We offer in-mould labelling, laser coding (for example a unique DMC code per part), inline welding and manual or automated assembly, all the way to a fully finished product.

Ordering & delivery

Can I order from Plascobel, even if production takes place at several sites?

Yes. Plascobel then coordinates all production and communication within Euronyl Plastics Group. You keep a single point of contact.

How do I request a quote?

Send us your drawing, 3D file or idea via the contact form. We will reply within 24 hours.

Where is Plascobel located and where do you deliver?

In Pelt, in Belgian Limburg. Thanks to our central location in Western Europe, we deliver quickly to customers in the Benelux, Germany, France and the United Kingdom. With a 15,000 m² warehouse, ERP and EDI, we also deliver just-in-time and just-in-sequence.

Sustainability

Which plastics do you process?

Standard and engineering plastics, thermoplastic elastomers, special grades and additives or masterbatches. The right material choice determines, among other things, colour, temperature resistance, stiffness and food safety.

Are your products recyclable?

Many of our products are made from a single plastic, such as polypropylene, which makes them easy to recycle. Our folding boxes, for example, are made entirely of PP and are dishwasher-safe, so they last a long time.

Your question

Is your question not listed?

Send us your question and we will reply within 24 hours. Prefer to talk to someone straight away? Call us on +32 (0)11 66 07 11 or email info@plascobel.eu.